Supporting a friend with depression through lighthearted, consistent communication. Avoid pressure, emphasize shared joy, and remind them they’re valued beyond their struggles.

I hid my postpartum depression and everyone thought I was fine. I wasn't. One friend helped me find a therapist and made it easy for me to get help.

So what do you do when your friend is depressed? Here are a few tips below to help you handle this situation. 1) Have a listening ear Listen to your friend who tells you he/she is depressed.

I have a friend (for the past 20 years) who is extremely negative and depressed, impossible to deal with, irrational and who is completely draining me. Any and all suggestions I give to better her ...

Medical students should also notice physical shifts of peers which may be a sign their friend is depressed.

I have a friend I’ll call “Scott.” We have known each other for 15 years or so and have been retired for the last few years. He enjoyed working before he retired due to a plant closure.

According to the World Health Organization, more than 264 million people of all ages suffer from depression. It’s a serious, ...